Obituaries

Jul 20, 2019

Dorothy Mae Wickham, 86, a resident of Weirton Geriatric Center, Weirton formerly of Richmond, OH, went to be with the Lord and her loving husband on July 20, 2019.

Dorothy was born in Toronto, OH on February 11, 1933 to Samuel F. and Freda Mae (Stimpert) Silvestro.

Dorothy was a resident of Richmond, OH for...

Jul 20, 2019

Clyde R. Beebe, 96, of Toronto, OH, passed away July 20, 2019 at his home surrounded by his family.

He was born October 12, 1922 in Bridgeport, OH, a son of the late Frank and Mary Alice (Kerr) Beebe.

In addition to his parents, Clyde is the last of 13 siblings.

Clyde served...

Jul 18, 2019

On the morning of July 18, 2019, James William Metcalf left this world and joined Jesus in his new home.

He was born July 7, 1942, a son of the late Robert L. and Myrtle Maxine (Galbraith) Metcalf.

Jim left behind his wife of almost 19 years, Anna (Lawson) Summerville Metcalf. Also a step-daughter, Kerry...

Jul 17, 2019

Robert "Pie" Gump, 91, of Richmond, OH, passed away July 17, 2019 at Lancia Villa Royale, Steubenville, OH.

He was born August 11, 1927 in Wintersville, OH, a son of the late William Z. and Agnes Rose (Watt) Gump.

In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by brothers, Clifford, Charles Wayne, and...

Jul 12, 2019

Lowery Davis Scott (Fuzz) Lowery Davis Scott, 74, of Bloomingdale departed for his heavenly home on Friday July 12, 2019. Born December 18, 1944 in Wheeling, W. VA.

Grandson of Irene Thayer-Fowler. Survived by his loving wife Cheryl of 49 years, daughter Melissa and son Todd.

Lowery retired after 33 years at Weirton Steel.

Jul 9, 2019

Phillip T. Koontz, 82, of Wintersville, OH, formerly of Richmond, OH, passed away July 9, 2019 peacefully with family at bedside.

Preceded in death by son, Tim "Grouch" Koontz.

Phillip was very active and employed by PrimeTime up until his passing.

He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 65 years,...

Jul 6, 2019

Karen Jean Garrison 67 of Wintersville, Ohio passed away Saturday, July 6, 2019 at Trinity West, Steubenville. She was born March 25, 1952 in Steubenville, Ohio a daughter of the late Virgil and Ruth (Norris) Clark. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a sister, Robin Haynes. She is survived by her husband, William Gene...

Jun 24, 2019

David W. "Murph" Murphy, 70, of Carrollton, OH, passed away on June 24, 2019 at Aultman Hospital.

He was born October 15, 1948 in Steubenville, OH, the son of the late William and Geraldine (Hackathorn) Murphy.

David served his country and was honorably discharged from the United States Army.

He was a member...

Jun 24, 2019

June E. Burris, 92, of East Springfield, OH, passed away peacefully June 24, 2019 at Gables Care Center.

June was born July 27, 1926 in Mingo Jct., OH, a daughter of the late Herman "Mac" and Birdie Dawson.

June started her work career at the A & P in Steubenville, where she met her husband....

Jun 24, 2019

Shirley A. Berard, 80, of Bergholz, OH, passed away June 24, 2019 at Trinity Medical Center West, Steubenville, OH.

She was born January 5, 1939 in Harrison County, OH, a daughter of the late Clarence and Helen (Wells) Hursey.

In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her siblings, Marilyn, Clarence "Jr.",...

Jun 23, 2019

Michael A. "Mingo Mike" Cunningham, 41, of Mingo Junction, OH, passed away unexpectedly on June 23, 2019 at Trinity Medical Center West, Steubenville.

He was born November 3, 1977 in Steubenville, OH, a son of Harold and Carol (Westling) Cunningham.

Mike was an avid Big Red fan.

In addition to his parents he...

Jun 20, 2019

Mr. Charles William "Chuck" Young, 79, of State Park Road, Richmond passed away on Thursday, 20 June 2019, at Valley Hospice in Steubenville, Ohio from several health complications.  He will always be remembered and sadly missed as a loving and caring husband, father, and grandfather. He was born 23 February 1940, in Steubenville, the son of the late Frank...

Jun 19, 2019

Georgia E. Smyth, 93, of Bergholz, OH, passed away June 19, 2019 at Trinity Medical Center West, Steubenville.

She was born January 26, 1926 in Bergholz, OH, the daughter of the late Harold and Velma (Shepherd) Robbins.

In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband, Stanley "Bud" Smyth.

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Jun 9, 2019

Agnes Smith, 106, of Richmond, OH, passed away June 9, 2019 at Gables Care Center.

She was born July 6, 1912 in Mingo Jct., OH, a daughter of the late John and Anna (Coklos) Drosak.

In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband, Robert H. Smith; daughter, Aggie Smith; brothers,...

Jun 8, 2019

David C. Hutton 65 of Wintersville, Ohio passed away Saturday, June 8, 2019 at Trinity Medical Center West, Steubenville. He was born January 18, 1954 in Columbus, Ohio and he is preceded in death by his parents Dale and Phyllis Jean (Hackathorne) Hutton. David was a Veteran of the US Marine Corp. He was retired from Timet and also...

Jun 7, 2019

Vernajean Newburn, 94, of Greenwood, IN, formerly of East Springfield, Ohio, passed away June 7, 2019 at St. Otterbein Franklin Senior Life.

She was born April 13, 1925 in East Liverpool, OH, a daughter of the late Cecil and Birdella (Long) Swearingen.

In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband...

Jun 2, 2019

Frederick "Fred" John Kowal, 64, of Toronto, Ohio, passed away Sunday, June 2, 2019 in Valley Hospice in Steubenville, OH.

Fred was the son of the late Anthony John Kowal, Sr. and Ethel (Warner) Kowal.

He was a Veteran of the United States Navy.

Fred was Presbyterian by faith.

In addition...

May 24, 2019

Monica Raeleen Moore 71 of Richmond, Ohio passed away Friday, May 24, 2019 at the Carriage House, Steubenville. She was born August 14, 1947 in Steubenville, Ohio a daughter of the late Eugene Grimm and Leona Maxine (Cline) Call.

Monica was retired teacher from the Edison Local School District and still kept in touch with other former...

May 22, 2019

Janet Mansfield 67 of Bloomingdale, Ohio passed away Wednesday, May 22, 2019 at Sienna Skilled Care, Wintersville. She was born December 19, 1951 in Martins Ferry, Ohio a daughter of the late Leonard and Lila Mae (Schucht) Stillwagon. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Walter Mansfield; brothers, Billy, Junior, and Jim Stillwagon;...

May 19, 2019

Thane Leon Byron, 18 months old, passed away May 19, 2019 at UPMC Children's, Pittsburgh.

He was born September 20, 2017, a son of Dakota Byron and Tiarra Garrett.

He is preceded in death by paternal grandfather, Shaun Byron and great grandpa, Avery Miller.

In addition to his parents he is survived by...